Virginia Casino and Sports Betting News

Man in handcuffs with cash on a story about two Rivers Casino Portsmouth employees accused of stealing $14,000 from the casino.

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Workers’ Embezzlement Trial Moves Forward

The trial of two former Rivers Casino Portsmouth employees is underway. They are accused of stealing nearly $14,000 from the casino.

Posted on: January 9, 2024 | | Phil West

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Virginia Lawmaker Wants To Tap Into Maryland Market With Fairfax Co. Casino

Incoming Virginia Senate majority leader says a casino is needed in Fairfax County to keep Virginians from going over the border to gamble.

Posted on: January 8, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

Photo of a lock over a keyboard, cards and dice on a story about Virginia's funding for gambling issues.

Can Problem Gambling Funding In VA Keep Up With Rise In Sports Betting Issues?

Funding for problem gambling is exceeding expectations in Virginia, but at the same time, sports betting problems are on the rise.

Posted on: January 3, 2024 | | Phil West

Person looking through magnifying glass on story about Virginia legislators taking a look at skilled games this month.

Virginia Lawmakers To Scrutinize Skill-Based, DFS Pick’em Games This Month

Virginia lawmakers are expected to consider the legality of skill-based games and DFS pick'em-style games in the next legislative session.

Posted on: January 2, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

Picture of $100 bill with sports ball icons on a story about sports betting revenue increasing in Virginia during November.

Virginians Bet $638 Million On Sports In November, A 23% Increase From 2022

Virginians bet more than $638 million on sports in November, which was a 23% increase over the same month in 2022.

Posted on: December 29, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Rendering of the proposed HeadWaters Casino in Norfolk on a story about the city's plan for a seawall at the site.

Virginia Gov. Says Norfolk Seawall Project Money Hinges On Casino

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has tied the casino project in Norfolk with the city's efforts to protect residents from flooding.

Posted on: December 28, 2023 | | Phil West

Rendering of Norfolk's proposed HeadWaters Casino on a story about its construction possibly starting early 2024.

‘We Can Make This Happen:’ Norfolk Casino Construction Could Start In Spring

The HeadWaters Casino in Norfolk will look to clear the first of several remaining hurdles next month to get construction going in spring.

Posted on: December 21, 2023 | | Phil West

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Virginia AG Says Pick’em Fantasy Games Are Sports Betting

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares says daily fantasy sports games that are played against the house are a form of sports betting.

Posted on: December 19, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

People playing slot machines at a casino on a story about Virginia casinos' revenue for November.

Virginia Casino Revenue Remains Steady In November At $51 Million

Virginia casino revenue remained steady in November, with the state's three casinos reporting $51 Million, paying the state $10.3 million.

Posted on: December 15, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Photo of Washington Wizards and Capitals owner Ted Leonsis speaking at a presser on a story about teams moving to Virginia.

How Would Capitals And Wizards Moving To Virginia Affect Sports Betting?

If the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards moved to the commonwealth, it could boost sports betting in Virginia.

Posted on: December 14, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Rivers Casino Portsmouth Workers’ Embezzlement Trial Moves Forward

Virginia Lawmaker Wants To Tap Into Maryland Market With Fairfax Co. Casino

Can Problem Gambling Funding In VA Keep Up With Rise In Sports Betting Issues?

Virginia Lawmakers To Scrutinize Skill-Based, DFS Pick’em Games This Month

Virginians Bet $638 Million On Sports In November, A 23% Increase From 2022

Virginia Gov. Says Norfolk Seawall Project Money Hinges On Casino

‘We Can Make This Happen:’ Norfolk Casino Construction Could Start In Spring

Virginia AG Says Pick’em Fantasy Games Are Sports Betting

Virginia Casino Revenue Remains Steady In November At $51 Million

How Would Capitals And Wizards Moving To Virginia Affect Sports Betting?

Virginia Derby At Colonial Downs To Become A Kentucky Derby Qualifier

Betfred Exodus Could Soon Include Virginia

Lawmakers Eye One Agency To Oversee Virginia Gaming

Updated Norfolk Casino Plans Submitted After Years of Delays

Three New eInstants From Fennica Gaming Launch Through Virginia Lottery